SSM Podcast | Simple Survival Moves | Brian McGonagill

SSM Podcast 44

Sat, 24 May 2008 11:21:33 -0500

We're Back! This week we bring you a segment we did in the Hawaiian Rain Forest during a hike to a waterfall on the Island of Oahu! It was beautiful, we had a blast, and thought what a perfect place to do a quick segment. The sound isn't great, but…

SSM Podcast 43

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 13:11:02 -0500

Beatriz takes over for Rachelle while she is out in injury leave (unrelated to SSM by the way). I showed Beatriz some of the moves that I've shown all of you with the help of Rachelle. Take a look to see how Beatriz does after only 15 minutes of…

SSM Podcast 42

Sun, 03 Feb 2008 22:25:26 -0600

Today we do a simple little escape technique for an upper arm or shoulder grab from the front. Take a look, practice until it's perfect, and RUN!

Brian and Rachelle

SSM Podcast 41

Sat, 19 Jan 2008 10:11:39 -0600

Sorry for the delay in the new episodes, but we have had difficulty with the horribly frigid weather finding a consistent place to film. we are working on it though, so here you go! This week we do yet another lifted bear hug from behind defense. When…

SSM Podcast 40

Sat, 05 Jan 2008 15:21:52 -0600

Today Rachelle and I show you an easy avoidance / throw technique to help you out if being rush attacked from behind.

Check it out, practice it til it's perfect, and be safe.

Brian and Rachelle

SSM Podcast 39

Thu, 27 Dec 2007 11:24:22 -0600

This week we show you another simple, great technique for escaping a hair pull grab from the front.

Get with your willing partner, practice until it's perfect, and remember to be cautious at all times.

Brian and Rachelle

SSM Podcast 38

Wed, 19 Dec 2007 12:23:56 -0600

Sorry for the delay, but we had to find an indoor location to shoot at. We should have some great new techniques for you for the next few weeks now. We will try to keep them coming once a week.

Try them out, practice them til they are perfect, and be…

SSM podcast 37

Mon, 03 Dec 2007 12:41:45 -0600

A new Chapter in Review! Take a look at how Rachelle does, and remember to go back and review all of the techniques that we've covered so that they will be there when you need them!

Brian and Rachelle

SSM Update 11/26/2007

Tue, 27 Nov 2007 00:58:14 -0600

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Brian and Rachelle

SSM Podcast 36

Tue, 20 Nov 2007 12:32:56 -0600

Today we show you how to do a cool take down that will work against a choke, lapel grab, wrist grab, and many other attacks. This technique is taught to law enforcement and military around the world, so learn it, know it, and use it.

Best,

Brian and…

SSM Podcast - Rachelle's Greatest hits

Sun, 11 Nov 2007 16:40:36 -0600

Today I ran into some technical difficulty, meaning that I lost the last episode to be posted today as number 36. Instead I have created a greatest hits montage for your entertainment! I hope you enjoy it. Remember that Police Edition is back up and…

SSM Podcast 35

Tue, 06 Nov 2007 10:19:08 -0600

On this episode we cover what I call the "Bully" grab. It is a lapel grab, or choke, from the front. It becomes a brute force attack on your part, and then run, run, run...!

Practice until it's perfect!

Brian and Rachelle

SSM Podcast 34

Sun, 28 Oct 2007 09:25:05 -0500

This episode covers a method to handle a blunt object attack.

I put my instruction for Rachelle after the credits, take a look at how she learns it, then practice with a willing partner until it's perfect!

Brian and Rachelle

SSM Podcast 33

Sat, 20 Oct 2007 14:44:19 -0500

Today's exhibition shows a technique for defending against a close range handgun attack from behind. Take a look, find a willing partner, practice until it's perfect.

Best,

Brian and Rachelle

SSM Podcast 32

Thu, 11 Oct 2007 20:34:55 -0500

This week we have had to leave town so I'm posting a little early, make sure you got last weeks episode!

On this episode we cover a Bear Hug from the Front! FINALLY, not one from behind, I know! Isn't it wonderful! I hope you all get something from…

SSM Podcast 31

Sat, 06 Oct 2007 11:06:47 -0500

Today we cover an incredible escape from a bear hug from behind, whether it's over the arms or under the arms this one will work.

Give it a shot with your willing partner, and learn to use it well.

Enjoy,

Brian and Rachelle

SSM Podcast 30

Fri, 28 Sep 2007 10:30:19 -0500

We are Back! Finally, we've found a decent location to shoot, and I received some new audio equipment that will cut down on the wind and background noise.

Today we cover a technique to help defend against throat grabs from behind. The shoulder throw…

SSM - Info on Upcoming Podcasts

Fri, 21 Sep 2007 11:53:45 -0500

Sorry for the delay in new poscasts, but since our move we haven't found a suitable place to record at. The wind is constantly blowing here, so I have ordered some new mic equipment, and we will try to cut out the wind noise and film outside.

Please…

SSM Podcast 29

Sun, 09 Sep 2007 11:05:23 -0500

This week Rachelle and I decided to do a second chapter in review segment. We cover some of the recent techniques followed up by rachelle giving me some major kicks to the mid-section, and a couple of the close-up gun disarming techniques.

Watch for…

SSM Podcast 28

Mon, 03 Sep 2007 15:24:18 -0500

Rachelle and I cover how to escape from a rear choke today. This is one that I have been asked about in almost every martial arts and self-defense classes I have ever taught. As usual, it's a few basic steps that need practice, practice, practice, and…

SSM Podcast 27

Sat, 25 Aug 2007 19:23:08 -0500

This week we show you how to throw a killer back-kick to that persistent attacker that comes in for a second try after your initial escape attempt. Take a look, practice it on both sides, over and over and over, and give it a whirl with a willing…

SSM Podcast 26

Tue, 21 Aug 2007 21:26:35 -0500

On this episode, we show you another great escape from a front choke. It it 3 simple steps, then RUN....give it a shot with a willing partner, and try to make it as realistic as you can. Remember to practice all of these moves until they are perfect…

SSM Podcast 25

Mon, 20 Aug 2007 22:55:06 -0500

Today we cover a nice little escape from a two handed grab from behind, followed by a strike to the ribs, and running away! Leave comments, make suggestions, and drop us a line.

Brian and Rachelle

SSM Podcast 24

Sun, 05 Aug 2007 15:20:05 -0500

On this episode, Rachelle and I show you how to escape from the Superior / Inferior position that an attacker may take. It's all about seizing the opportunity, and then fighting like wild-fire once you have them off of you.

Take a look,

Best,

Brian…

SSM Podcast 23

Sun, 29 Jul 2007 18:06:34 -0500

This podcast was done as a request to do a type of Chapter Review...basically stitch some techniques together after we've shown you 5 or 6...We tried. We tried our best, and the problem (which isn't really a problem) turned out to be that the techniques…

SSM Podcast 22

Sun, 22 Jul 2007 17:31:32 -0500

This episode was done by request of "The Gadfather" Chcck out his email request below. If you have a request about a specific defense, use the Contact Me link above, and drop a line.

"Basically, here's the setup:

2 guys came up to me (in the dream),…

SSM Podcast 21

Sun, 15 Jul 2007 20:18:39 -0500

Today I cover a Defense against the Sleeper Hold. it's a scary grab, it only takes 15 seconds to put you out if used correctly, so you have limited time to respond. Take a look, and see what you think. Drop a line with comments, questions, etc. Use…

SSM Podcast 20

Sat, 30 Jun 2007 19:38:09 -0500

This episode is to debut a new podcast that will be under TKD Techniques in the Site Menu. I will choose a technique (strike, block, kick) each week, and demonstrate and discuss the different ways that I have learned to perform the move, and the pros…

SSM Podcast 19

Sat, 30 Jun 2007 18:58:45 -0500

Today we cover how to escape a "Carry Along" Grab on the upper arm. It's super easy to defeat, and will give you an edge up if this is ever used against you. Watch, learn, and then find a willing partner and practice until it's perfect!

Best,

Brian

SSM Podcast 18

Sun, 24 Jun 2007 20:50:17 -0500

This week we cover an escape from a singled handed hair pull. This one was Rachelle's idea, and I like that she threw it out there. Take a look, try it out, and learn it perfectly. Drop us a line to let us know what you think...we always welcome…

SSM Podcast 17

Sun, 17 Jun 2007 16:59:43 -0500

Rachelle helps me cover a few escapes from the Full-Nelson grab from behind. Take a look, practice them with a willing partner until they are perfect, and let me know what you think.

Best,

Brian

SSM Podcast 16

Sun, 10 Jun 2007 21:19:57 -0500

On this episode we cover some of the basic strikes that we use in all of the podcasts, and how to correctly execute them on an approaching attacker. Take a look, drop a line through the Contact Me page linked above, and provide some constructive…

SSM Podcast 15

Sun, 03 Jun 2007 14:31:16 -0500

Today we cover a very nice technique for escaping a bear hug from behind. It is especially useful for the occasion that you are grabbed, and your attacker may try to carry you, wrestle you, or drag you to a different location before completing their…

SSM Podcast 14

Mon, 28 May 2007 14:19:25 -0500

I got injured this week, so I cover the 6 safety tips to keep you from having to use the techniques that I show you, or that you learn in your private lessons.

This one is a little longer than normal, but I encourage you to watch it all the way through.…

SSM Podcast 13

Sat, 19 May 2007 00:45:30 -0500

I wanted to show a nifty little technique that involves getting out of a choke or lapel grab using an attack on the attacker's throat. Depending on your reach versus your attacker's you may not need to perform a release technique first, but remember a…

SSM Podcast 12

Wed, 09 May 2007 17:51:47 -0500

On this episode I cover an escape from a single hand grab in a side-by-side stance, that allows you to put the attacker in a world of hurt. Once they are down, throw a good knee to the face, and Voila! you can run away today so that you'll live to run…

SSM Podcast 11

Sun, 06 May 2007 18:50:46 -0500

We cover a two handed grab from behind, and a simple way to escape from it. Using the bicep muscles, and a couple of solid softeners, this escape is one that can keep you out of harms way in a pinch.

Practice til it's perfect, and run away as fast as…

SSM Podcast 10

Thu, 26 Apr 2007 22:38:31 -0500

A simple to perform, easy to remember escape from a singe hand grab. We show you how to perform the escape, throw in a good strike, and run like crazy.

Remember to practice until it's perfect! Give me some feedback on what you think of the techniques.…

SSM Podcast 9

Sun, 22 Apr 2007 21:41:01 -0500

Today we cover an arm lock that can help you when being attacked with a knife or gun. Check it out, and use the 'Contact Me' link above to let us know what you think.

Brian.

SSM Podcast 8

Thu, 19 Apr 2007 23:01:59 -0500

Today's episode covers an escape form a double handed front wrist grab. It uses the attacker's desire to control your arms, and keep you from moving to your advantage, and in the end you get to hand out a great back fist strike.

Check out the out-take…

SSM Podcast 7

Thu, 19 Apr 2007 22:59:03 -0500

On this episode we cover an escape from a single handed (same side) wrist grab called the wrist roll. Follow it up with an elbow strike to the head, and you have one heck of an escape that is easy to perform.

Grab a willing partner, and practice it til…

SSM Podcast 6

Thu, 19 Apr 2007 22:56:03 -0500

Tonight we cover a frontal choke release called the "Elbow Roll". It's a great way to escape a choke, and also works well for those uncomfortable shoulder holds, lapel grabs, badge grabs, or upper arm escort holds.

Take a look and let me know what you…

SSM Podcast 5

Thu, 19 Apr 2007 22:49:26 -0500

On this podcast we cover how to escape from a two handed wrist grab from the front.

There are multiple ways of doing this type of escape, and we will cover them all in time, so keep watching and keep practicing.

Let me know how you like it.

Brian

SSM Podcast 4

Thu, 19 Apr 2007 22:45:17 -0500

Escape from a bear-hug attack from behind. We will cover other techniques in future episodes, but this is one of my favorites, because it makes you work your abs pretty hard.

Enjoy, find a willing partner, and practice it til it's perfect.

Let me know…

SSM Podcast 3

Thu, 19 Apr 2007 22:36:39 -0500

Defense against a hand gun attack at close range. An easy to perform technique that requires a little practice to make sure that you get it right 100% of the time.

Take a look and let me know what you think.

Brian

SSM Podcast 2

Thu, 19 Apr 2007 22:33:28 -0500

Podcast 2 - Frontal Choke release techniques. Get your attacker to let go, do some damage, and escape quickly.

Take a look. Let me know what you think.

SSM Podcast 1

Thu, 19 Apr 2007 22:27:58 -0500

Podcast 1 - Raise your hands to protect your face and head, and use them to bring down your attacker.

Take a look.